Chapter Thirty-Two
WENT STORY
After the new Last Mother’s return, the great migration of the Went began in earnest. Massive rains eased as they travelled south, following the slow curve of the shore-line. Hnarse Stargazer touched the blind one on the shoulder, signaling to it to follow. Nielli, they had named it, and its success so far was a mystery. Although deformed it seemed the youngster had senses others lacked.
The herd paused. Their heads lowered to the ground to communicate with the Heart. A deep drone vibrated up through Hnarse’s feet.
Hnarse turned to Neetha. “Again? I have noticed nothing that couldn’t wait for the evening circle.”
Neetha’s hair rippled primly. “If we had noted our surroundings more diligently during the previous cycle …” It glanced Nielli’s way. “There can
